Jason Solanki
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Wine lover since 2001! My interest in wine began while touring the factory where they printed the LCBO VINTAGES magazine.
Over time, my passion for wine grew. Now, I am highly regarded by friends and colleagues as a resource for when they need a wine for that special occasion, be it an anniversary, birthday, wedding, gatherings at home, or when they want to impress their special friend or the In-Laws.
Combining my interest in the Internet/web/computers, you can find me at https://vintagewinepicks.blogspot.com where you will find more wine reviews, events and contests.
Reviews
Jackson Triggs Black Series Gewurztraminer 2009, VQA Niagara Peninsula
Ontario, Canada$9.75
2010 vintage. Gorgeous floral and clean lime aromas, also some lychee notes. Dry on the palate with lime and lychee flavours. Some spiciness on the mid-palate, and a nice finish. Easy drinking. Would make a good apertif. Tasted Sept/2012.
3.0 Stars
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Bieler Père & Fils Sabine Rosé 2010, Ac Coteaux D' Aix En Provence
Provence, France$12.95
Very light, pretty, peachy hue. Aromas: citrus, nectarine, peach, grass. Dry style with flavours of herbs and grass - reminds me of a Sauvignon Blanc, but stronger in flavour. Some bubbles, slightly acidic. Long finishing, especially for a rosé. Tasted June/2011.
3.0 Stars
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Casa Lapostolle Cabernet Sauvignon 2009, Rapel Valley
Chile$16.00
2010 vintage. Intense currant, cassis and mint aromas. Medium-bodied with flavours of oak, spices and raspberry. Integrated tannins a bit green, will reward ageing 1 year. Long finish. Tasted Nov/2012.
3.0 Stars
Fielding Estate Estate Bottled Pinot Gris 2010, VQA Niagara Peninsula
Ontario, Canada$17.75
2011 vintage. Lovely floral, pineapple, melon aromatics. Balanced lime and citrus flavours on the palate. Finishes dry, with a touch spicy finish. Tasted June/2012.
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Le Clos Jordanne Village Reserve Pinot Noir 2009, VQA Niagara Peninsula
Ontario, Canada$30.00
Intense smoky, meat, pepper, and dark fruit aromas. Bitter, dark fruits, minerality on the palate, finishing with sour cherry and touch of pepper. Balanced, light- to medium-bodied, extra dry. Tasted July/2012.
3.0 Stars
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Concha Y Toro Winemaker's Lot 54 Syrah 2008, Los Brujos Vineyard, San Javier Valley, Maule Valley
Maule Valley, Chile$16.95
Aromas of mulberry and black pepper from cork. Ripe blackberry, pepper, earth, bacon and touch of mocha aromas in the glass. Mulberry, ripe red fruits on the palate. Full-bodied. Alcohol comes to fore at mid-palate of long finish. Ripe tannins. Will reward ageing another 2-3 years, but definitely enjoyable now. Tasted Feb/2012. Score: 88+.
3.0 Stars
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Karlo Estates Van Alstine White 2010, Prince Edward County (500ml)
Ontario, Canada$29.00
Blend of estate grown Frontenac Blanc and Gewürztraminer made in a port-style. Medium intensity aromas that is all melon. Oily texture with sweet melon, orange and citrus flavours on the palate. Lively acid and a long finish. Delicious. Tasted Apr/2014.
3.0 Stars
Anne Boecklin Pinot Gris Réserve 2008, Ac Alsace
Alsace, France$17.95
Cork aromas of orange marmalade and honey. In the glass, more lovely aromas of orange marmalade, plus peach, earth and honey. Lots of peach and honey notes on the palate, with a slight spicy finish. Starts off-dry, but the sweetness dies off at mid-palate and finishes dry with some bitterness. Good acidity. Tasted Mar/2012.
3.0 Stars
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Antonin Rodet Côtes Du Rhône 2010
Rhône, France$13.95
Red-blend. Closed nose with dark berries and hints of oak with more of the same on the palate. Evident tannin, well-balanced with a long finish. It's an easy-drinking, crowd-pleaser of a red. Tasted Nov/2012.
3.0 Stars
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